by main | May 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
hCG is made by the placenta and mildly stimulates the thyroid to produce more thyroid hormone. Increased oestrogen produces higher levels of thyroid-binding (or thyroxine-binding) globulin which transports thyroid hormone in the blood. Hyperthyroidism Six out...
by main | May 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
If you have an undiagnosed thyroid condition it may make it difficult to conceive and can potentially cause some problems during pregnancy. So if there is any family history of thyroid problems; or you have an irregular menstrual cycle; or it has taken more than 6...
by main | May 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
Pregnancy and the thyroid Pregnancy effectively serves as a stress test for your thyroid as it needs to produce 50% more thyroxine to maintain adequate thyroid levels both for the foetus and for the mother. Healthy thyroids can accommodate these increased...
